Question 1

What's the difference between Candide Effluve and Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

Candide Effluve is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Guerlain (1922) dominated by Amber accords. Black Orchid is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Tom Ford (2006) leaning on Warm Spicy accords. They share 4 accords: Amber, Floral, Woody, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Candide Effluve or Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Candide Effluve scores 4.37/5 vs Black Orchid at 3.89/5. Black Orchid's standout strength: Unique, artistic scent with dark chocolate and fruity notes. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Candide Effluve and Black Orchid smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Black Orchid: Die r/fragrance-Community hat polarisierte Meinungen zu Black Orchid, wobei viele seinen einzigartigen dunklen, künstlerischen Charakter und seine außergewöhnliche Haltbarkeit loben, während andere die schwere Patchouli und die erdige Basis abstoßend finden.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Candide Effluve or Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

Black Orchid: Excellent longevity (lasts 24+ hours) Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Candide Effluve vs Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

Candide Effluve scores highest for summer wear; Black Orchid scores highest for winter wear. Candide Effluve leans daytime, Black Orchid leans evening.

Candide Effluve vs Black Orchid

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Eigenschaft	Candide Effluve	Black Orchid
Marke	Guerlain	Tom Ford
Jahr	1922	2006
Bewertung	4.37	3.89
Konzentration	—	—
Geschlecht	feminine	feminine
Gesamtnoten	0	23